Strong showing for LNP on Gold Coast

Gold Coast LNP MP Steven Ciobo says cost of living issues were crucial in deciding the outcome of the federal election.

Mr Ciobo has easily retained the seat of Moncrieff for the LNP, saying it is good news for the Gold Coast.

"It's an exciting time I believe for the Gold Coast because fundamentally I am absolutely committed to making sure that we in government are able to bring about the kind of changes I know will be in the best interests of our city," he said.

The LNPs Stuart Robert has retained the seat of Fadden, while Karen Andrews has been returned in McPherson.

Ms Andrews says Gold Coasters have similar concerns to voters in other parts of the country.

"People are experiencing a lot of pain at the moment and they will certainly be looking to the Coalition to proceed with its election promises, one of which is to abolish the carbon tax," she said.

"There will be an immediate impact on the cost of living and there'll be a reduction in electricity prices."

Scott Buchholz also retained the seat of Wright for the LNP, which spans the Scenic Rim and Lockyer Valley as well as parts of the Gold Coast and Logan.